If it had been up to him, he would have returned to Leeds United, but there was a necessary condition that did not occur: a return to the Premier League. And so Kalvin Phillips, after the defeat of Gnonto and his teammates in the playoff final against Southampton, he has to change his plans. What future for the British midfielder?
After six months spent on loan at West Ham, in which he made just 10 appearances, the England international now seems open to foreign solutions. In Spain there are those who would welcome him very willingly. And it’s not just any club, but Barcelona, according to what was reported by Sport. In Italy, however, in recent weeks his name has been linked to Juventus.
The Blaugrana management believes he has the right profile for Hansi Flick’s midfield. Phillips would strengthen a sector often decimated by injuries in recent seasons. Valued at 30 million euros by CitizensPhillips could also be taken on loan and it is on this formula that the Catalan club is ready to work.